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Skin deep Treating scars or learning to live with

Scars can be a beautiful thing, as a friend once reminded me after heart surgery. Initially she’d been distressed by her “ugly” scars but her boyfriend assured her he found them beautiful because they saved her life.

However, even if scars are the result of lifesaving or life-giving (e.g., a Caesarean) surgery, it’s normal to feel self-conscious about them.

Knowing what type of scar you have is key to treating it. A scar forms as part of the natural healing process. When the dermis

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